Remarks by the President on the American Jobs Act in Emporia, VA
THE PRESIDENT: Hello! (Applause.) Thank you. Thank you. Hello, Eagles! (Applause.) Well, it is good to be here. Thank you very much. (Applause.) It’s great to be back in Virginia.…
Statement by the President on the Passing of Elouise Cobell
Michelle and I were saddened to hear about the passing of Elouise Cobell yesterday. Elouise spoke out when she saw that the Interior Department had failed to account for billions…
President Obama Announces More Key Administration Posts
WASHINGTON – Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to key Administration posts: Gina Abercrombie-Winstanley – Ambassador to the Republic of Malta, Department of State…
President Obama Nominates Paul J. Watford to Serve on the United States Court of Appeals
WASHINGTON- Today, President Obama nominated Paul J. Watford to serve on the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. “Paul J. Watford has displayed exceptional dedication to the…
Presidential Nominations Sent to the Senate
Grande Lum, of California, to be Director, Community Relations Service, for a term of four years, vice Ondray T. Harris, resigned. Kamilah Oni Martin-Proctor, of the District of Columbia, to…
Remarks by the President on the American Jobs Act at Asheville Regional Airport
THE PRESIDENT: Hello, Asheville! (Applause.) It is good to be back in Asheville, North Carolina! (Applause.) I love Asheville. In fact, I think I should be on the tourism promotion…
Remarks by the First Lady and Dr. Biden at Joining Forces Heroes at Home 1,000 Rebuild Event
DR. BIDEN: Thank you, David, for that introduction. And thank you for your continued work on behalf of our military families and veterans. And thanks, too, to Gary for all…
Remarks by the First Lady at HealthierUS School Challenge Celebration
MRS. OBAMA: Man, isn’t that something? (Applause.) Hello everyone, and welcome to the White House. (Applause.) I am just thrilled that you all are here today. It’s a beautiful day…
Remarks by the President on the American Jobs Act — West Wilkes High School, Millers Creek, NC West Wilkes High School, Millers Creek, NC
THE PRESIDENT: Hello, Millers Creek! (Applause.) It is great to be here. (Applause.) It is great to be back in North Carolina. (Applause.) And I bet — I know it’s…
Remarks by the President at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Dedication
THE PRESIDENT: Thank you very much. (Applause.) Thank you. (Applause.) Please be seated. An earthquake and a hurricane may have delayed this day, but this is a day that would…